Distribute to Solve an Equation

The video tutorial explains how to solve a standardized math test question by distributing terms in an equation. It begins with distributing 2/3 to both terms inside the parentheses, then isolating the variable W by subtracting 2 from both sides. The solution involves multiplying by the reciprocal of 2/3 to solve for W, resulting in a mixed number answer of 7 1/2.

What is the first step in solving the equation 2/3 * W + 3 = 7?

• Add 3 to both sides

• Distribute 2/3 to both terms

• Subtract 3 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 3

After distributing 2/3, what is the next step to isolate the variable term?

• Add 2 to both sides

• Multiply by 3

• Subtract 2 from both sides

• Divide by 2/3

What operation is equivalent to dividing by a fraction?

• Adding the fraction

• Dividing by the reciprocal

• Subtracting the fraction

• Multiplying by the reciprocal

What is the reciprocal of 2/3?

• 3/2

• 2/3

• 1/3

• 3

What is the final answer for W in the equation 2/3 * W + 3 = 7?

• 7 1/2

• 7

• 6 1/2

• 5